Arkansas Association on Higher Education and Disability

What is Ark-AHEAD?

Arkansas Association on Higher Education and Disability (Ark-AHEAD) is an organization for professionals working with people with disabilities in postsecondary education settings in Arkansas. Ark-AHEAD plays a vital role in the provision of professional development and networking opportunities. We strive to respond to the rapid changes in the law and in “accepted” accommodation practices, the isolation felt by many disability coordinators, and the dual roles that many professionals serve. Memberships from all postsecondary schools–public, private, two-year, four-year, graduate, and the vocational technical colleges are invited. Ark-AHEAD members unite in our common needs and concerns in service to students with disabilities. Ark-AHEAD is affiliated with AHEAD (the national Association on Higher Education and Disability).

If you have asked yourself any of the following questions, membership can offer you a variety of valuable opportunities.

"What are "standard" accommodation practices in Arkansas? How do changes in the law effect me and my students?"

• We work to facilitate the exchange of information on topics of shared interest through educational and professional meetings and conferences, as well as via e-mail.

"What services are available for my students?"

• We work to encourage coordinated efforts within schools, between schools and with other agencies.

"How can we encourage more and better educational and career opportunities for our students, and potential students with disabilities?"

• We work to facilitate educational opportunities for people with disabilities.

"What does It take to be a disability service provider?"

• We work to advance high standards of professional practice.

"Who will speak for disability service providers In higher education to help us gain the professional respect we need In order to serve our students and comply with the law?"

• We work to be an effective voice for people serving postsecondary students with disabilities, and to promote appreciation for these professional activities.

Learn more about Ark-AHEAD:

Ark-AHEAD Constitution

Ark-AHEAD History

Printable Ark-AHEAD Brochure (PDF)

Why join?

• Participate in meetings and workshops
• Network with professional colleagues
• Post job announcements, publicize events and seek input on important issues on the association listserv
• Let your voice be heard on issues of concern to people with disabilities and the higher education setting

JOIN Ark-AHEAD TODAY!

Complete the online membership form or download and print the Ark-AHEAD brochure (PDF) and complete the attached registration form.